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The PlanWinning Strategies
Rahm Emanuel, the chairman of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, and Bruce Reed, a political columnist for Slate, explain why they believe that success for the Democratic Party goes hand in hand with success for America. Then, Jared Fogle, the “Subway Guy” will be here. And Nicole Krauss shares her novel, The History of Love. Plus, we’ll talk to sportscaster Pat Summerall.
Big Plans for America
Democratic Congressman Rahm Emanuel from Illinois and political columnist Bruce Reed from Slate both served as top aides in Bill Clinton’s presidential campaigns. In The Plan, they explain what they believe Democrats need to do to make real gains in this fall’s elections.
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Events: Rahm Emanuel and Bruce Reed will be speaking and signing books
They will be introduced by former President Bill Clinton
Thursday, August 24 at 7 pm
Lincoln Center Barnes & Noble
Broadway at 66th Street
Jared, the Subway Guy
Jared Fogle describes becoming a weight loss icon as Jared, the Subway Guy.
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The History of Love
Nicole Krauss tells us about The History of Love, her new novel about the surprising connection between an old man and a 14-year-old girl.
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Summerall On and Off the Air
Sportscaster and former football star Pat Summerall reflects on his life on and off the air.
Summerall: On and Off the Air is available for purchase at amazon.com
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Tributes: Kate McGarrigle
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Folk singer Kate McGarrigle, who gained acclaim for a series of projects with her sister Anna, died Monday, Jan. 18, from a rare form of cancer. She left behind a family of talented musicians, including her sister, son Rufus Wainwright, and daughter Martha Wainwright. McGarrigle appeared on The Leonard Lopate show with her sister in December 2005, ahead of their holiday show at Carnegie Hall.
Monona Rossol on 50 Million Chemicals
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On September 7, 2009, scientists working for the Chemical Abstract Service (which assigns identification numbers to all new chemicals) entered the 50-millionth chemical substance into their Registry. Chemist and industrial hygienist Monona Rossol, President and Founder of Arts, Crafts & Theater Safety, took a look at what all these new substances are, where they are coming from, and how they affect our health. Rossol also responded to listener comments and questions. You can read her answers here.
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National Book Award Winners
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A number of this year’s National Book Award winners have appeared on The Leonard Lopate Show. Click here to see the list!
Our 3-ingredient Challenge wins a James Beard Award
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On May 3, the Lopate Show won its third James Beard Award for our 3-ingredient challenge. In August, we asked our listeners to call in and name 3 ingredients and then challenged New York chef and 3-ingredient expert Rozanne Gold to whip up a recipe! You can listen to the 3-ingredient challenge and get some inspiration for simple, delicious, and unexpected dishes.
